Rich Mix

Screen 1 costs £550 per hour plus VAT with a 2-hour minimum hire requirement. The base rate includes digital projector, PA system with microphones, and full technical support. Additional costs include technician fees at £125 plus VAT for events requiring technical assistance.

Screen 1 seats up to 181 people in cinema-style seating and is wheelchair accessible with 2 designated spots. The space is designed as a boutique cinema with fixed seating facing the screen, making it ideal for presentations, screenings, and conference-style events.

Yes, Screen 1 can be hired in conjunction with other Rich Mix spaces including The Studio, The Mix, or smaller rooms for breakout sessions or catering areas. Combined bookings allow for more complex events with multiple components and networking spaces.

Rich Mix offers flexible catering from £13 per person for basic options up to £69 per person for premium packages. They work with external suppliers for dinner services as they don't have a usable kitchen on-site. A 10% corkage fee applies if you bring external caterers.

The venue operates from 9am-9pm for standard bookings. Evening events can run later but timing affects pricing. You'll need to confirm specific end times when booking as the venue has operational hour restrictions.

A £400 refundable damage deposit is required for most bookings. Rich Mix doesn't allow discounts through third-party booking platforms like Hire Space, and events typically require budgets in the £1,500-£2,000 range minimum for cinema screenings with additional services.

Yes, external decorations are allowed and you can bring your own filming equipment if needed. The venue provides basic AV setup but can accommodate additional technical requirements. Rich Mix has experience with corporate filming and can support recording needs.

Rich Mix hosts major festivals that can affect availability - for example, they have a big festival in early June that impacts bookings. It's recommended to have flexible dates and book well in advance, especially for weekend events or during festival seasons.

There is a bar situated near the cinema spaces that can be opened for hired events. Drinks tokens are available for pre-purchase at £5 plus VAT each covering house wine, beer, or soft drinks. The venue can accommodate networking receptions before or after screenings.

As a cultural venue and registered charity, Rich Mix welcomes diverse programming including community events, corporate presentations, and private screenings. They have experience with international community events, business conferences, and cultural programming, making them suitable for various professional and cultural content.